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Term: Essence

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1:

Definition: The fundamental nature or quality of something. It refers to the intrinsic characteristics that define a particular thing.

Example Sentence: The essence of a good education is not only the acquisition of knowledge but also the development of critical thinking skills.

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Sense 2:

Definition: A concentrated form of a particular substance or ingredient, often used in perfumes, flavors, or essential oils.

Example Sentence: The essence of rose petals is commonly used in the production of various luxury perfumes.

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sense 1:

Definition: To extract or concentrate the most important qualities or aspects of something.

Example Sentence: The filmmaker effectively conveyed the essence of the novel through his adaptation, capturing its key themes and emotions.

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